far-reaching

adjective

ˈfär-ˌrē-chiŋ How to pronounce far-reaching (audio)
Definition of far-reachingnext
as in extensive
having considerable extent to the pioneers the far-reaching prairies seemed like an endless sea of grass

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Recent Examples of far-reaching An unusually long and far-reaching communications outage hobbled the National Weather Service just as deadly severe thunderstorms were tearing across the Midwest and Ohio Valley on Tuesday evening. — Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026 As Europe comes to grips with its fifth heat wave of the year, the research arm of Swiss Re AG is warning of far-reaching consequences. — Bloomberg, Fortune, 11 Aug. 2026 Will blue state legislators and governors protect them from its attempt at more governmental control over institutions, while red state policy makers embrace its far-reaching restrictions and mandates? — Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026 The administration has considered far-reaching policies that could upend the vaccine market — though the most extreme ideas have yet to make it into federal policy. — Daniel Payne, STAT, 10 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for far-reaching
Recent Examples of Synonyms for far-reaching
  1. extensive
  2. broad
  3. wide
  4. sweeping
  5. deep
  6. comprehensive
  7. expansive
Adjective
  • Attorneys general from California, Colorado, Kentucky and New Jersey are seeking extensive financial damages plus changes to how the company operates Facebook and Instagram.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Its analysis points to the extensive redesign work required to accommodate steam catapults, including their machinery, piping, water requirements and integration with the carrier’s existing electrical and internal systems.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of extensive
Adjective
  • Netanyahu is not on record as making that remark, but the slogan reflects a broader narrative promoted by Iranian hardliners, portraying women who do not wear the hijab as, at the very least, disloyal to their country.
    — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Gonzalez Rogers is overseeing the broader multidistrict litigation consolidating nearly 3,000 pending lawsuits against Meta, TikTok, Snap and YouTube over alleged harms to children and teens.
    — Jeffrey Kopp, CNBC, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of broad
Adjective
  • Trade talks with Canada collapsed late Friday night, setting in motion steep 50% tariffs on a wide swath of Canadian goods.
    — Steve Kopack, NBC news, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Culinary Experiences All 8 million New Yorkers bring unique perspectives and ways of life to the city, which makes way for many vibrant neighborhoods with a wide array of foods to try.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of wide
Adjective
  • Struggle for self-sufficiency The devastating outbreak reshaped China’s blood products industry, prompting sweeping regulations throughout the entire chain from plasma collection to clinical use.
    — CNN Staff, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Trump first threatened to impose the sweeping 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods on July 20, 2026.
    — Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of sweeping
Adjective
  • There was no controversy about this New York win, a night after Pete Alonso's deep fly ball against the Yankees was ruled foul with the game tied.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Born and raised in Nogales, Mexico, the fourth of twelve children, Trujillo had deep community roots.
    — Allie Torgan, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of deep
Adjective
  • Today, some are convincing enough to fool experts, helped along by a market where documentation is scarce and comprehensive catalogs and archives are rare.
    — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Receive a comprehensive breakdown of talent showcasing this year by signing up for our Comedy Means Business newsletter at this link.
    — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of comprehensive
Adjective
  • Get this expansive desk centerpiece with a huge $130 price cut.
    — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The hotel, which has been featured on the World’s 50 Best Hotels list, is also known for its expansive golf courses and luxury wellness centers.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of expansive

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